With offices in Carbondale, and DuQuoin, our practice's top priority is to provide the highest quality orthodontic care in a friendly, family-owned environment. Our standards are high, and are patients are happy. Beginning over 27 years ago, Dr. Hudgins returned to Southern Illinois after serving in the Navy, and associated with Dr. Fred Nolen, one of the original orthodontists in our area.
Years later, the practice of Dr. John Phelps was added to the mix. At this point, thousands of patients have been treated, and a lot of teeth moved! Dr. Hudgins, who is Board Certified (ABO), utilizes the most recent orthodontic techniques, such as lnvisalign, (we are a top 5% provider in the entire country), braces with colors, clear braces, Damon braces, 3-D imaging, and sleep apnea appliances.
Dr. Hudgins can also tell you about making your time in orthodontic treatment go as quickly as possible by using SureSmile and AcceleDent, and fill you in on the "straight teeth for life guarantee". As an added benefit, Dr. Hudgins also provides tooth recontouring and whitening, as well as the ability to address the symmetry of the gingivial tissue.
Years later, the practice of Dr. John Phelps was added to the mix. At this point, thousands of patients have been treated, and a lot of teeth moved! Dr. Hudgins, who is Board Certified (ABO), utilizes the most recent orthodontic techniques, such as lnvisalign, (we are a top 5% provider in the entire country), braces with colors, clear braces, Damon braces, 3-D imaging, and sleep apnea appliances.
Dr. Hudgins can also tell you about making your time in orthodontic treatment go as quickly as possible by using SureSmile and AcceleDent, and fill you in on the "straight teeth for life guarantee". As an added benefit, Dr. Hudgins also provides tooth recontouring and whitening, as well as the ability to address the symmetry of the gingivial tissue.
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About Our Doctor
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Joseph Hudgins was raised in the Carbondale and Murphysboro area.
He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois in 1983, his dental degree from Northwestern University in 1987, and his specialty in orthodontics from the University of Nebraska in 1989.
After serving in the United States Navy, he returned to the Southern Illinois area to begin his practice in 1992.
He is proud to hold Diplomate status.
Dr. Hudgins is an avid believer in continuing education and always implements the latest in technology into his practice.
He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois in 1983, his dental degree from Northwestern University in 1987, and his specialty in orthodontics from the University of Nebraska in 1989.
After serving in the United States Navy, he returned to the Southern Illinois area to begin his practice in 1992.
He is proud to hold Diplomate status.
Dr. Hudgins is an avid believer in continuing education and always implements the latest in technology into his practice.
Office Policies
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Your scheduled appointment time has been reserved specifically for you.
We request a 24-hour notice if you need to cancel your appointment.
We are aware that unforeseen events sometimes require missing an appointment, and we appreciate your cooperation.
Terms of orthodontic insurance coverage vary from company to company and policy to policy.
Therefore, we make all financial arrangements with the patient/family directly.
We request a 24-hour notice if you need to cancel your appointment.
We are aware that unforeseen events sometimes require missing an appointment, and we appreciate your cooperation.
Terms of orthodontic insurance coverage vary from company to company and policy to policy.
Therefore, we make all financial arrangements with the patient/family directly.
Financial & Insurance
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We strive to provide you with affordable, high-quality treatment that fits your budget!
Financial arrangements will be discussed at the initial visit and then again at the treatment conference.
No two orthodontic treatment plans are identical, so costs may be different from patient to patient.
We offer a variety of payment options to meet your needs.
For the convenience of our patients who choose to pay by credit card, we accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover cards.
Don't let finances stand in your way of achieving the beautiful, healthy smile you deserve!
Financial arrangements will be discussed at the initial visit and then again at the treatment conference.
No two orthodontic treatment plans are identical, so costs may be different from patient to patient.
We offer a variety of payment options to meet your needs.
For the convenience of our patients who choose to pay by credit card, we accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover cards.
Don't let finances stand in your way of achieving the beautiful, healthy smile you deserve!
Appointments & Requests
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Orthodontic forces must be adjusted and monitored on a regular basis for treatment to proceed as planned.
Many of your office visits will inevitably conflict with work or school.
Orthodontic treatment proceeds in stages.
At some points what is needed is a gentle nudge here and there, requiring a relatively short appointment.
These may be scheduled after school or work.
At other times, major changes are necessary in the appliances, requiring a longer appointment.
These procedures will be made during work or school hours.
Many of your office visits will inevitably conflict with work or school.
Orthodontic treatment proceeds in stages.
At some points what is needed is a gentle nudge here and there, requiring a relatively short appointment.
These may be scheduled after school or work.
At other times, major changes are necessary in the appliances, requiring a longer appointment.
These procedures will be made during work or school hours.
When to See an Orthodontist
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If you've been thinking about orthodontic treatment for yourself or someone you care about, you may be wondering: When is the right time to see an orthodontist?
It's an excellent question, and there are several ways to answer it.
The most basic one is this: You should see an orthodontist any time you have a question about the alignment of your teeth, or the quality of your bite.
Sometimes, a problem in this area is painfully obvious.
For example, you may have difficulty biting, chewing or speaking, or some of your teeth may be clearly protruding, crowded or misplaced.
It's an excellent question, and there are several ways to answer it.
The most basic one is this: You should see an orthodontist any time you have a question about the alignment of your teeth, or the quality of your bite.
Sometimes, a problem in this area is painfully obvious.
For example, you may have difficulty biting, chewing or speaking, or some of your teeth may be clearly protruding, crowded or misplaced.
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